Headteacher (0.2FTE Teaching Commitment) (L8 - L14)

HEADTEACHER

required from 1st September 2026 (0.2 FTE teaching commitment)

ISR: L8 - L14

NoR: 74

Our vision is to inspire all children to flourish by sharing the individual light during a life of fullness within God’s love of all.

Due to the retirement of our current Headteacher, Governors are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational new Headteacher who will have the vision to continue developing all aspects of the school, ensuring that the school remains inclusive and supportive of the whole school community.

We offer:

• A strong and inclusive Christian ethos;
• A dedicated, committed and hard working team of teaching and support staff;
• Strong and effective links with parents and the wider community;
• A committed, supportive and active Governing Body;
• A commitment to continued professional development for all staff;
• A child centred approach to learning that enables children to develop and flourish;
• A friendly, caring and happy environment.

The successful candidate will:

• Be committed to high standards and expectations ensuring positive outcomes for all our children;
• Show versatility and reflective practice in our small school environment;
• Be an inspirational leader and team player who values everyone’s contributions;
• Demonstrate the ability to maintain and develop the current positive Christian ethos of the school;
• Be able to develop and maintain positive relationships and communication with pupils, staff, parents, Governors and the wider community;
• Be caring and approachable with excellent interpersonal skills;
• Have experience in developing a broad and enriching curriculum and environment for learning;
• Demonstrate strategic leadership, management skills and a deep knowledge of effective teaching and learning.

Visits to the school by arrangement are warmly welcomed – please contact us on 0115 932 4252, also visit our website for further details of the school –

www.st-andrews-pri.derbyshire.sch.uk

Please note that we are committed to safeguarding the welfare of our children. This post is subject to safer recruitment practices and safeguarding checks.

Closing date: 16th April 2026

Interviews: 28th and 29th April 2026

Further details and an application pack are available online at www.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs or Call Derbyshire on 01629 533190 quoting the Job Reference number JOB/26/00699.

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.